Tampa Bay Family and Children Photography - Waterfront Lifestyle Session

Last week I met with Jessica and her mom for a really fun lifestyle session at their waterfront home in St. Pete. We got some amazing images, as I'm sure you'll see in the samples and slideshow: Jessica 2009

St. Petersburg Family and Childrens' Photography - Embellish Summer Kids Winner!

We have tallied the votes from our Embellish Boutique Summer Kids Mini-Session Cute Kids Contest. The winner is Jessica! Congrats to this cutie! She wins a complimentary photo session with her mom and dad, as well as custom photo Christmas Cards and a gift certificate from Embellish.

Here's the winning "pose."

Tampa Bay Wedding Photographer Travels to Stuart and Hutchinson Island for Gina & John's Wedding

Last weekend we went to Stuart's Hutchinson Island to capture the wedding-day story of Gina & John. From the beautiful beach wedding to the sendoff by boat, we had a blast! I'm sure you'll see from their expressions on these samples and the slideshow: Gina & John

St. Petersburg Downtown & Marina Fun Kids Portrait Session

A few weeks ago I met up with new client (and amazing artist in her own right!), Karan, and her two boys for a really fun "guitar hero" lifestyle kids session. We all had a blast exploring Jannus Landing and the surrounding area all the way to the waterfront and marina.

Here are a few of my faves and the slideshow: Porter Kids

Jamie & Chris' Jacksonville, Florida, Cummer Museum Engagement Session

Last week I caught up with Jamie & Chris for their engagement session. This October I have an incredible opportunity to be the photographer of their wedding, which will be the first ever wedding ceremony to take place at Jacksonville's beautiful Crummer Museum of Art & Gardens. There are so many places on the grounds to capture amazing nature- and art-inspired images. Where do we begin??? We had a blast exploring and getting to know each other, in spite of the super-muggy weather! I can't wait for their big day. Wow, the photos they are going to end up with are going to be out of this world! Congrats, Jamie and Chris! So excited about your wedding in a couple of months.

Here are a few samples and their slideshow: Jamie & Chris' Engagement Session

St. Petersburg, Florida, Fun Summer Kids Lifestyle Photography Portrait Session

Check out the fun event we recently created with our retail partner in St. Pete, Embellish Boutique. We had their customers sign up for summer beach-themed mini-sessions, then we set up our colorful backdrops and props, then created some really light, colorful images for the kids to enjoy.

And now for the next week and a half, you can go into the store to vote for the cutest kid. The winner will get a FREE session from CFP, 50 free Christmas cards, and a gift certificate to use at Embellish. This is over $500 in value, so if your child was a part of this event, tell everyone to get in and vote!

Here's the collage and a fun team shot (as "fun" as we could look in the middle of 17 sessions in 6 hours!!!).

Andee & Daniel's Melbourne, Central Florida, Engagement and Wedding

Last weekend I met up with Andee & Daniel to get capture their engagement and wedding imagery. And since Andee is the sister of one of my favorite clients, Trey (and Lizi!), we're doing like I love to do -- keep it in the family! I love showing up at weddings as the photographer and it's like a big reunion of clients that have become like close friends through the journey. I can see the same happening with Andee and Daniel, as these two are just amazing, wonderful people who are so perfect for each other. Congrats to you two, and thanks for inviting us to capture the beauty of your relationship!

Enjoy the samples and slideshow link: Andee & Daniel's Engagement and Wedding

Kim & Fayez's Cocoa Village, Central Florida Engagement Session

A couple of weeks ago Kara and I met up with our really fun and crazy October 10th wedding clients, Kim and Fayez. They chose Cocoa Village, Florida, as their locale, as it holds special meaning to them as a couple. We had a great time hanging out and getting to know them before we started shooting. I enjoyed their laughter and joy that they are so obviously filled to overflowing because of how they enjoy God's blessing of each other. These two are going to be an amazing ministry team together, as they continue to seek to give their lives to serving God.

I couldn't be more excited about having the privilege to be their wedding photographer this Fall. Thanks, Kim and Fayez. We hope you enjoy the samples and slideshow presentation: Kim & Fayez's Engagement Session

Amy & Sean's Central Florida Engagement Session

I enjoyed hanging out with my November wedding clients Amy and Sean for their engagement session. It's going to be a lot of fun to join this laid-back couple for their wedding in November. Can't wait!

Enjoy the samples and slideshow: Amy & Sean's Engagement Session

Milaan Roppa's Six-Month Baby Lifestyle Photography Session, Melbourne, Florida

A couple of weeks ago, I met up with my wonderful clients, Kara and Dominic, to continue through our journey of "Baby's First Year." Together, we've been enjoying capturing each stage of their baby, Milaan's, first year of development. And now that we're halfway through, I can see this little guy's character coming to life. He's such a happy baby, and of course, just like his dentist duo mom and dad, he has a PERFECT smile already (although he doesn't quite have as many teeth - ha!).

Congrats once again, Kara and Dom! What a precious baby boy you have! I can't wait till we finish this very special year of documenting Milaan's tiny little life so far, when we meet in six months to celebrate his one-year birthday! :O)

Hope everyone enjoys the samples and slideshow: Milaan's Six-Month Session

Leah & Erik's Fort Desoto Park, Tampa Bay Destination Wedding

In late May, I had a the privilege of working with Leah and Erik for their amazing destination wedding at Fort Desoto Park at the south end of St. Pete Beach, Florida. This beach has been voted and ranked the most beautiful beach in America by several leading travel magazines, so we were expecting great things. It was a really fun time for these two and their family, even when a massive thunderstorm rolled in and tried to dampen the festivities (fortunately, we had gotten some amazing sunset photos the day before, during their rehearsal).

With our epic sunset rained out, Kara and I agreed to stay late with everyone and head over to the fishing pier, since it is lit all night and opened 24 hours. We all had a blast getting these one-of-a-kind night formals on the pier, and on the beach and rocks below.

Congrats, Leah and Erik! You two are truly amazing. It was our utmost pleasure to have been able to go the distance and think outside the box to make sure your wedding weekend memories were captured and preserved in the most authentic, creative and fun way imaginable. Bless you both in your life's journey as husband and wife!!

Here are some samples and slideshows:
Leah & Erik's Engagement and Rehearsal
Leah & Erik's Wedding

Eric & Alissha's Mount Dora Session

A couple of weeks ago I met up with my wife's brother, Eric, and his wife Alissha, for a 3-year anniversary celebration session at Mount Dora's beautiful Lakeside Inn and nearby downtown shops. Kara and I always have a great time when we get together with family, and this was really special for me to be able to be such a blessing to them with fun casual imagery celebrating their relationship.

Here are a few samples and the slideshow: Eric & Alissha

Kropf Family's St. Pete Summer Session

I met up with the Kropf family this past weekend for a really fun CFP Summer Session. Zeina and Steve are two way-cool people, and have two really cute kids, Devyn and Reilly. We had lots of fun exploring the beaches, trees and walkways at North Shore Park a couple hours before sunset.

Here's what we ended up with!

Slideshow: Kropf family

Samples:

Kimberly & Gary's Orlando Wedding

Our team at Cannonfire Photography really enjoyed Kimberly and Gary's Orlando wedding a couple of weeks ago. These two tied the knot in Orlando on May 23rd. I've known Kimberly for 10 years now, having the privilege to see her grow into the beautiful young lady that she's become. Gary is a great guy, and a perfect match for her. I'm so happy for them! Their wedding ceremony was at the Church of the Incarnation in College Park, followed by a reception at Ventura Country Club.

Special thanks to Carrie Walker with Beautiful One Photography, for helping me out on this one.

Congrats, Kimberly and Gary. Hope you enjoy the samples and slideshow: Kimberly & Gary's Wedding

Julie & Mike's Cocoa Beach Engagement Session

I had a blast a couple of weeks ago with Julie and Mike for their engagement session. Julie's family has a oceanfront place at Cocoa Beach, so we started there. Then we went to Merritt Island High School, where Mike was a star football player. He went on to play at the University of Florida, while Julie is an Auburn University girl. SEC football games could get interesting with these two!

The third and final part of our session was at Cocoa Village, where we enjoyed a breezy time by the river and downtown Cocoa.

I'm looking forward to their October wedding. It's going to be a beautiful day!

Enjoy the samples and slideshow: Julie & Mike's Engagement

FREE Session Giveaway at CFP's NEW St. Petersburg, Florida, Photography Gallery and Boutique Partnership Event

We're so excited to announce our new fun mini-gallery and consultation space near Downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. Thanks to the wonderful relationship we've established with Michelle Burtch at Embellish Boutique, we will be partnering with her to continually "wow" our respective client families in the area. Our businesses compliment each other perfectly, as we both love pampering our clients, and in turn our clients enjoy the opportunity to purchase personalized, unique, and highly artistic pieces of art to enjoy for years to come.

A perfect example of this pampering will be taking place next Thursday and Friday. Next week, Embellish will be celebrating their 2-Year Anniversary, and we'll be there to show our support and also introduce ourselves to their client family. If you're in the area, stop by to take advantage of our specials. Be one of the first 50 customers to make a purchase and you'll receive a special tote bag from Embellish, that will have a few goodies inside from your favorite photographer -- including special HALF-PRICE session cards in every goodie bag, and a chance to win a FREE lifestyle children's or family session with CFP!

Here's the schedule for the Embellish Two-Year Anniversary Open House and Sidewalk Sale. Please feel free to contact Michelle and her staff with any questions about the boutique or the special event:

Thursday June 4th
wine & cheese 6 - 9 pm
enter to win one year free monograms

Friday June 5th
shop their biggest sidewalk sale ever
10 am - 5 pm

First 50 customers receive a free
large jute tote bag with purchase
($19 value)

Address and phone:
914 4th Street North
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
(727) 821-1834

Diane & Charlie's Lake Buena Vista, Florida, Wedding

On May 16th, Diane and Charlie tied the knot at Paradise Cove, Orlando. Charlie is a really good friend who I used to work with at Sport Fishing magazine, when we were both editors there earlier this decade. We still stay in touch and now in 2009, we both celebrate wedding milestones in the same year. Diane is his perfect match, as she is warm, fun and beautiful. Excited for you and Di, Charlie! Thanks so much for inviting us to be such a special part of your big day.

Here are a few samples and their slideshow: Diane & Charlie's Wedding

Eades Family Day at the Beach

Last week I had a wonderful opportunity to be a blessing to the Eades Family. They've had a really challenging personal situation they've had to go through earlier this year, so my hope was to get them out to the beach and enjoy a beautiful sunrise together.

Mission accomplished! I think they'll love these, don't you?...

Slideshow: Eades Family

Oliver Family, Island Style

Last weekend I met up with the Oliver family on Amelia Island for a really fun beach family session at their beach condo. We had such a good time, and the kids couldn't get enough of being in front of the camera. So we kept on shooting until dark-thirty, lol. I actually shot a record number of frames for a family session, with over 760 frames in two hours. Wow! Good luck picking the best ones for wall art, Cindy! So many good ones...

Here's a few of the best, as well as the slideshow: Oliver Family

Boyle Family's Boca Grande Spring Fling

A couple of weekends ago I met up with the Boyle family at their Boca Grande beach house for some group shots with the grown-up kids and new grandbaby. The weather was beautiful, the water was an amazing shade of blue-green, and the family was dressed perfectly for the occasion.

Thanks, Boyles, for a wonderful time!

Hope you enjoy the samples and slideshow: Boyle Family

Tiny Newborn Walker Twins

I recently got to enjoy time with my good friends Ryan and Carrie Walker, to celebrate the homecoming of their newborn twins Adalyn and Camden. These two precious babies are so tiny that it's hard to even describe in words. So, of course, I took some photos with my favorite Orlando baby photographer, their mommy Carrie, who owns Beautiful One Photography. She set them up for me, and I composed the image and fired away.

Here's what we came up with. :o)

Melissa & Bob's Orlando Wedding

On April 18th, Melissa & Bob tied the knot in Orlando. We had so much fun documenting their special day. Thanks, guys, for inviting us to have the honor of capturing the heart of your relationship, and enjoy getting to know your wonderful friends and family.

And special thanks to Lori Barbely with Lori Barbely Photography for helping me with this special event.

Here are a few samples and their slideshow: Melissa & Bob

Daphne & Ryan's California Dream Wedding

A couple of weeks ago, I had the very special honor of being invited by Daphne & Ryan to photograph their wedding at a Spanish Mission in Pasadena, California. This couple met at Fuller Seminary. I've known Ryan for a number of years, as he is cousins with one of my best friends. His character is top-notch. And now to get to know Daphne a bit, and discover that she has such a heart for medical missions overseas, I have a huge respect for her already too. To top it off, these two have wonderful families who support them in their journey of life together. It was an incredible weekend with some incredible documented memories. Thanks so much, Daphne and Ryan. We love you guys and wish you the very best of God's blessings in your lives together!!

Here are a few samples and the slideshow... Daphne & Ryan














 

The Quilty Family Life

Last Saturday morning was one of the most fun family photo sessions I've had yet. I joined the Quilty family at their home along the bayshore in St. Pete for a morning documenting the love and joy they have together as a family. By the end of the session, we had tons of great images, and I did something I'm quite sure no other photographer would ever do -- I jumped into the pool with the kids, fully dressed! I'd do anything for this crew. What a special family. Thank you, Quilty fam, for blessing me with the privilege to capture the essence of who you are as a family. I look forward to many more updates in coming months and years.

Here are the samples and slideshow: The Quilty Family

Casey & Mick's Eau Gallie Yacht Club Wedding

Casey & Mick have known each other pretty-much all their lives. They first met when they were 6 or 7, and even in spite of living in different places at times during childhood, stayed connected as friends. Their wedding story is one that is years in the making, with a foundation that is rooted deeply in their enduring friendship bond, and yet is also overflowing with joyful passion and romantic love toward each other. One doesn't have to be around them for long to realize how special their relationship is.

We feel so privileged and honored to have been asked to document your wedding journey, Casey & Mick. I'm sure this will not be the last time we join you for a special event or milestone in your lives. And many are sure to follow! May God bless you both richly as husband and wife.

Special thanks to the best photographer friend and colleague I know, Mike Buoy with Mike Buoy Photography for the help shooting this one.Mike Buoy for helping out with this one.

Here are their samples and slideshow: Casey & Mick

Marcy & Stephen's Ocala Wedding

Our good friends, Marcy and Stephen tied the knot on March 21st. We had a blast capturing stunning images at the beautiful grounds of Golden Ocala. They both have really cool friends and precious families, too, so it was a joy and privilege to join them as their ace photography team. Special thanks to my colleague and friend, Chris Kocher with C&C Photostories for the help shooting this one.

Here are a few of their samples and their slideshow: Marcy & Stephen

Austin's Rock-Star H.S. Senior Session!

I met Austin and his family a little over a month ago at a corporate Christmas party photo shoot. I've been excited ever since to capture a rockin' high-school senior session of him. So recently we met at the Ocala Gallery, walked outside to the cool urban shooting landscape, and had a blast.

Thanks, Austin (and his most avid fan - his mom, Karen) for a great time. You do indeed look like a rock star!!

Here are the samples and slideshow: Austin

Tiny Newborn Milaan

I just had a remarkable privilege to capture a lifestyle newborn session with 9-day-old Milaan, who is the firstborn son of my 2007 wedding clients, Kara and Dominic. You may have seen their maternity session on the blog a couple of months ago. Well, now that this precious baby boy is here, I didn't want to waste any time capturing the first of his three "Baby's First Year" sessions. We'll do another one in about 6 months, and then complete this incredibly memorable package around his one-year-old birthday.

Thanks for inviting me to continue the journey with you, Kara and Dom! What an exciting time!

Enjoy the samples and slideshow: Newborn Milaan

Kaczorowski Family's Ocala Park Session

We enjoyed meeting the Kaczorowski family on Thanksgiving weekend. We invited this extended family to check out our beautiful Ocala Fine-Art Portrait Gallery, then headed out for some fun family portraits at a nearby park. We enjoyed our time, and I think we captured a lot of the love and joy this family shares together. We can't wait to help them pick out some fine-art to hang on their walls to remember and continue to enjoy this special family memory for years to come.

Here's a few of my photographer faves, as well as their slideshow: Kaczorowski

Kimberly & Gary's Downtown Ocala Engagement Session

Last week Kimberly and Gary took a road trip from Orlando to visit our amazing downtown Ocala Fine Art Portrait gallery and take some time to capture lots of fun engagement photos in our "downtown backyard." These two are crazy about each other, and happy in love, so it wasn't too difficult to cultivate an experience I'm sure they'll always remember.

Here's the samples and slideshow: Kimberly & Gary's Engagement Session

Alden's Ocala Park Session

A couple weeks ago, I met with Alden for a fun pre-teen session at Little Lake Weir Park. As you can see from the samples and slideshow, we had a great time! :o)

Alden

Kailey's Rock-Star Senior Portrait Session

Last Monday I had a really fun time capturing Kailey's senior portraits. Kailey is the daughter of one of my mother's dear friends, Laurie, so I took special care of them as they drove up from Orlando for a downtown Ocala shoot. We met at the gallery, then went crazy with several different looks, mixing up nature with urban scenes, and of course, going through several outfit changes (as all high-school senior girls love to do!).

Thanks so much, Kailey and Laurie, for driving up and for inviting us to be such a special part of this very special year in your lives. And a special shout-out of thanks to my number-one rock-star senior from last year, Jordan, who was a complete natural in her first assisting job with me.

Here are some of my favorite shots and the slideshow: Kailey's Senior Portraits

New Cannonfire Photography Website is HERE!

Hello, CFP blog stalkers, and welcome to the NEW Cannonfire Photography Website Experience. We've spent many hours updating our look, in order to give you a peek at our new team, our new Ocala portrait fine-art gallery, and our ever-improving unique photography. The growth the past couple of years has been astonishing, and we have YOU as our treasured clients to thank. You are the "look" of our studio, and we couldn't be more excited about where we're headed because of the amazing and beautiful people God has brought into our lives to be the ones that bring our works of art to life. Thank you for your business and for your continued referrals.

A few notable new things to check out on the site include the addition of a "Babies" gallery. Many of you have either had babies since your recent weddings, or are expecting. We're enjoying expanding our client experience to keep up as you expand your family.

Also, we've been having lots of fun with session of children and also special sessions at the beach on either the East Coast or Gulf Coast, so make sure you browse through those galleries as well.

Of course, we're still enjoying capturing those most special days with our wedding photography experience, and have updated that gallery to show some of our best recent work as well. We love knocking the socks off our brides and grooms on their wedding day with unique photography and an amazing experience, so make sure to spend a few minutes enjoying this slideshow which features weddings at the Cocoa Beach Hilton, the Don Cesar Beach Resort in St. Pete Beach, the Belleview Biltmore Resort at Clearwater Beach, and much more.

And finally, NOW is the time to book your annual family photo session. This is the busiest time of year because of holiday photos, so book your date right away, before we are totally filled up. Whether you have an amazing family Story Wall in mind, or want holiday photos for Christmas cards and other gifts, this is the best time of year to capture those special family memories forever. Also, we will be having special beach days around the holidays, for those of you who have extended family coming into town and you'd like to offer them the gift of photography for Christmas. We now have gift cards in really cute presentation boxes, so these make the PERFECT Christmas gifts. We can even ship the cards in the packaging for you, so just let us know what you need and we'll take care of it for you in plenty of time for the holidays.

Hope you enjoy the new site. Let us know what you think in the "comments" section at the bottom of this blog post!

We love you guys! You're the best client family we could ever wish for!

God bless and hope to hear from you soon.
Jason, Kara, and Jennifer

Charlie and Diane's Winter Park Engagement Session

Last weekend I met up with my good friend Charlie, his fiancee Diane, and his dog Blue, for a kickin' engagement session in Winter Park, at Rollins College. Charlie and I go back about six years or so, as we worked together as editors at Sport Fishing magazine. Since then, his success has taken him down the hall to another prestigious fishing magazine for bluewater fishermen called Marlin magazine. He's a great writer, and his articles and stories always take me back to my days traveling the world and covering the most unique and amazing fishing adventures on our planet.

I'm so happy he's found someone who matches him and complements him as well as Diane does. They're sure to be happy together as future husband and wife, and I'm excited to join them as their wedding photographer next May 16th at Paradise Cove Resort near Disney World.


Here's their slideshow and some of my favorite images from our session: Charlie & Diane's engagement

Monforte Family - St. Pete Beach Family Photos

We really enjoyed our beach family photo session with the Monforte family recently at St. Pete Beach. It was a beautiful day, and we took full advantage of the sun, sand and family togetherness, to capture some amazing memories.

Here's a sneak peak of the experience we shared together:

Monforte Family slideshow

Recently I had the opportunity to meet up with one of my favorite new client couples, Melissa and Bob, for a really fun beach engagement session at Cocoa Beach. We enjoyed great weather and got some amazing images.

Check out these samples and the slideshow: Melissa & Bob